[Burnout syndrome in licensed nurses. Approaches for a debate]

Area of Science:

• Occupational Health
• Psychology
• Nursing

Context:

• Burnout syndrome (BS) is a significant occupational hazard, particularly affecting healthcare professionals.
• Nurses, due to their demanding roles, are frequently exposed to factors contributing to BS.
• Understanding BS prevalence in specific hospital settings is vital for targeted interventions.

Purpose:

• To determine the prevalence of burnout syndrome among nurses at the San Luis Potosí General Hospital.
• To identify socio-demographic and occupational factors associated with BS in this nursing population.

Summary:

• A cross-sectional survey of 70 licensed nurses revealed a high prevalence of burnout syndrome.
• Key factors associated with BS included age over 30, being female, married status, housekeeping duties, absenteeism, depression, and job dissatisfaction.
• Nurses in emergency and critical care settings reported higher rates of BS.

Impact:

• The findings highlight the urgent need for interventions to prevent and reduce burnout syndrome among nurses.
• This study provides valuable data for hospital administrators and policymakers to address nurse well-being.
• Addressing BS can improve patient care quality and reduce nurse turnover.